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VX05 PZN

2005 Mercedes-benz Vario

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,960 mi
Last recorded82,960 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario90,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 PZN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVario
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 82,960 miles

nearside front and offside front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Fail 26 May 2015 82,941 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Upper Rear outline marker lamp(s) not working (1.1.B.1c)

nearside front and offside front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Pass 9 May 2014 70,937 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 70,937 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Glazing/screen/partition not made of safety glass or safety glazing (6.9.8)

Pass 9 May 2013 56,434 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 56,434 miles

Nearside Entrance/exit door emergency control inoperative (6.2.C.2)

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

plastic panel loose by side entrance door

wiring rubbing on near side front swinging shackle

Fail 22 May 2012 41,481 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 41,481 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2011 158,853 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 106,084 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 60,286 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 60,286 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 46,347 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 30,485 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 13,418 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vario?

Based on 6,027 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
14,839
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 86
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Registration plate lamp not working 65
position lamp(s) not working 50
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm 49
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VX05 PZN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 90,649 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vario fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 PZN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vario typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vario is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX05 PZN registered?

VX05 PZN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Vario, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is VX05 PZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 PZN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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